On this Episode of Unbound Conversations
Dr David Burkus shares invaluable insights on the importance of collecting stories of impact, conducting the "It's a Wonderful Life" test, and fostering a sense of value and belonging within teams. We'll also dive into the challenges of hybrid work models, understanding cultural differences, and the significance of psychological safety.
David also introduces us to practical exercises like the "manual of me" and explores how AI can revolutionise teamwork. He also discusses his dream projects, working with professional sports teams, and his recent experiences with global organisations and NASA.
So, if you're looking for ways to inspire your team, improve collaboration, and understand the central role of work in our lives, stay tuned.
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About the Guest
One of the world’s leading business thinkers, David’s forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are changing how companies approach leadership, teamwork, and collaboration.
A skilled researcher and inspiring communicator, Dr. David Burkus is the bestselling author of five books about business and leadership. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into dozens of languages. Since 2017, David has been ranked multiple times as one of the world’s top business thought leaders. His insights on leadership and teamwork have been featured in the Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, CNN, the BBC, NPR, and CBS Mornings.
A former business school professor, David now works with leaders from organizations across all industries, including PepsiCo, Fidelity, Adobe, and NASA. David’s keynotes aren’t just entertaining and enlightening, they’re evidence-based and immensely practical–offering leaders at all levels a set of actionable takeaways they can implement immediately.
Show Notes
- Having a ‘Prosocial’ purpose
- Building psychological safety in teams
- “It's a Wonderful Life" Test
- Collecting stories of impact
- Global collaboration in the modern workplace